CorkSol Blog

Damp and mould are common issues for tenants across the UK. But in rented homes, it’s not always as simple as paying to get it sorted. There are some grey areas when it comes to responsibilities for both landlords and tenants.

Exterior walls are one of the most important parts of any property. As the main barrier between your interior and the outside elements, it’s only natural you want to keep them in a good condition.

Damp is a problem almost everyone has encountered at some point. But that doesn’t mean you should put up with it. As well as being pretty ugly to look at, damp walls can cause issues for your health.

Cork is a powerful material with natural insulation, elasticity and water-resistant qualities making it useful in everything from construction and automotive to fashion and musical instruments. But can longevity be added to its long list of benefits? Read on as we take a closer look…

In the Covid-19 era, the nation’s focus on respiratory health has never been greater, and the public is now starting to show concern of the clear link between domestic living conditions and the respiratory system. The NHS officially acknowledges that “if you have damp and mould in your home you’re more likely to have respiratory infections, allergies or asthma. Damp and mould can also affect the immune system.”

The nights are getting longer, the days are getting colder and the dry summer days are a thing of the past. That’s right, winter is fast approaching – and it’s important that your home is ready for the change in weather.

Conservatories are a much-loved feature of homes across the UK. But they aren’t without their problems – specifically when it comes to the temperature. A new roof is often seen as the best solution for this, but there’s actually a better option when it comes to both cost and performance.

According to research by the Energy Saving Trust, a whopping 28% of people in the UK live in homes with mould. That’s almost a third of the population putting up with something that’s not just unsightly, but potentially damaging to their health.

Despite being banned in the 1970s, asbestos is still present on many buildings across the UK. If it’s not dealt with, it can cause serious problems as the solution begins to flake. But how exactly should you deal with it?

There are a whole host of eco-friendly products perfect for improving your home – visually as well as functionally. In this post, we’ll take a look at three of the best eco-friendly home improvement ideas.

At Corksol, we’re immensely proud of our innovative natural cork coatings which improve insulation, resist moisture, and provide a durable finish for walls. But to unlock those benefits, customers need an Approved Applicator.

Cracked render is hard to ignore. Not just because it’s an eyesore, but because it can eventually lead to water ingress and damp inside your property. That’s why repairing cracks in external rendered walls is so important.

In this post, we’ll explore the issues of air quality at home and how you can make sure your home is free from pollutants and allergens.

Discover how our approved applicator in the Isle of Man provided a long-lasting exterior coating to the home of a customer in Castletown.